The Undercover Villain Transmigrates, The Female Protagonists Are Worried

Half a month later, King Mu led his army straight into Shuzhou, adjacent to Dianzhou, and launched an attack.

In just a few days, half of Shuzhou fell into King Mu's hands.

Great Xia Imperial Palace

The empress sat majestically on the dragon throne, while the courtiers below were restless.

Just when Yan Yun was pacified, King Mu rebelled again! What a troublesome autumn!

"Why are you all silent? King Mu has rebelled. What strategies do you have, my dear courtiers?" the empress asked.

"Your Majesty, I believe we should swiftly crush King Mu with thunderous force, or other princes might get wrong ideas, leading to chaos! I am willing to lead 300,000 troops to suppress the rebellion!"

"Lord Hou speaks lightly. The King of Yan guards the thirteen states of Yan Yun, and his annual military expenses exceed thirty percent of Great Xia's income! Most of Great Xia's elite troops are under his command! In my opinion, Your Majesty should order the King of Yan to suppress the rebellion, which is most appropriate." a senior in purple robes said.

"Nonsense! Without the King of Yan's presence, if the barbarians invade Great Xia, can you bear the consequences?"

"Whether the barbarians invade or not, at this rate, the King of Yan will drain Great Xia dry! Maintaining his army can feed five soldiers! His Qin Family's iron cavalry is built on the sweat and blood of countless Great Xia commoners! Your Majesty! We cannot afford to be negligent any longer! Denying the King of Yan's rebellion will endanger Great Xia!"

The influential forces from the Jixia Academy suddenly seemed inclined to attack, unsure if King Mu would die, but the King of Yan must...

"Today we only discuss King Mu's matter. I have my own decision regarding the King of Yan, no need to speak further," the empress said.

"Your Majesty, King Mu's rebellion must have the support of the Sun-Moon Dynasty, otherwise he wouldn't dare. Just as Lord Zhu said, half of Great Xia's military strength is in the hands of the King of Yan, and local armies must maintain stability. Indeed, there are no available troops. However, many noble families have private soldiers. Could the lords offer their assistance to Your Majesty in this crisis?"

"Lord, as you said, those are private soldiers who have never been to the battlefield, serving as ceremonial guards. How can they handle such a serious matter? Our losses may be small, but delaying the suppression of the rebellion, can you bear that responsibility, Lord Zhu?"

Amidst the ongoing debate, a guard outside the hall shouted loudly.

"Champion Marquis Qin Tianjiao requests an audience!"

Upon hearing Qin Tianjiao's arrival, everyone quieted down, but from the rapid exchange of glances, information was swiftly conveyed...

"Announce!"

"Announce the entrance of Champion Marquis Qin Tianjiao!"

"Announce the entrance of Champion Marquis Qin Tianjiao!"

"Announce the entrance of Champion Marquis Qin Tianjiao!"

Although the script had been rehearsed the day before, the empress could not hide her pride.

This was the young man she had raised from childhood!

Qin Tianjiao stood tall, with a warm smile on his face like a gentle breeze.

However, his past actions made the courtiers in the hall feel like they were facing a formidable enemy.

The conflict between the Jixia Academy and Qin Tianjiao had begun since his birth.

The attitudes of the noble families towards Qin Tianjiao had also changed over the years. As fellow noble families, they had unconditionally supported the Qin Family, or rather, they were forced to support Qin Tianjiao due to circumstances. But now, Qin Tianjiao seemed to have not placed himself in the camp of the noble families...

The noble families seemed more like his props, used when needed and forgotten when not.

This uncertainty about the future helmsman of the Qin Family made the noble families unsure. Would this fellow's wavering blade eventually turn towards the noble families?

"Your Majesty, Champion Marquis Qin Tianjiao pays respects," Qin Tianjiao bowed and saluted.

"No need for formalities. What brings Champion Marquis here?" the empress asked.

"Champion Marquis heard that King Mu is causing trouble and came to share Your Majesty's concerns!"

"Oh? This matter has caused a stir in the entire court, and here you are, a young man who has never led troops into battle. What worries can you share?" The empress's words made many courtiers blush with embarrassment... a slap in the face.

"Tianjiao has never led troops into battle, but understands that when the country is in trouble, every man has a responsibility! Even if Tianjiao sheds the last drop of blood, he will ensure the prosperity and stability of our Great Xia Dynasty. Tianjiao always believes that actions speak louder than words. Tianjiao is willing to lead the Qin Family's private soldiers to battle. Here, I make a military pledge. If the rebellion is not quelled, I will present my head! Please grant Your Majesty's decree!"

"Is Qin Tianjiao out of his mind? Suppress the rebellion with only the Qin Family's private soldiers?"

"Heh, such arrogance and conceit, the heavens will destroy your Qin Family! Haha..."

"Ah! The Qin Family is in big trouble this time!"

"Champion Marquis, be cautious!"

The father of Lady Er, Lord Changping, couldn't help but stand up. This rebellion is no joke, and Qin Tianjiao even made a military pledge!

With tens of thousands of mercenaries under King Mu, and the support of the Sun-Moon Dynasty, how can a private army handle it?

"Lord... Lord, don't worry. I have my own measures..." Qin Tianjiao said.

"Ah! Your Majesty... I am willing to assist Champion Marquis in suppressing the rebellion in the south. Please grant Your Majesty's permission!" Lord Changping said.

He was grateful to Qin Tianjiao. Without him, he didn't know how his daughter's future would have turned out...

"Good! Since Champion Marquis is so determined, I shall grant it. If Champion Marquis succeeds in suppressing the rebellion, I will grant you Dianzhou as a fief and bestow upon you the title of Prince Qin!"

"Your Majesty, no!!!"

Upon hearing this, the people below were astonished! Such generous rewards, why didn't she say it earlier? We could have done it too!

A prince with dual titles???

Is the empress being controlled by the Qin Family!

"Hmph! I asked for your opinions earlier, and you all played dead. Now you're all spirited! Court adjourned!"

With a cold laugh, the empress left the court!

As the empress left, the influential figures from the Jixia Academy didn't want to see Qin Tianjiao directly leave, so the members of the noble families came forward.

"Champion Marquis is truly a young hero! We are not as good as him!"

"Yes, Champion Marquis sets an example with his determination and courage to defend the country and family! My Xiahou family is willing to offer ten thousand private soldiers to assist Champion Marquis!"

"My Nangong family can also provide ten thousand!"

"..."

Qin Tianjiao looked at their performance with a smile. When they had said enough, he spoke, "Uncles, I appreciate your kind intentions, but as I mentioned earlier, I cannot use your troops to suppress the rebellion with the Qin Family's private soldiers. That would be deceiving the emperor, wouldn't it? However, I cannot refuse your goodwill. Marching and fighting are costly - Spirit Stones, medicinal herbs, rare treasures... Therefore, this afternoon, please deliver what you wish to support me to the Qin Residence. I will register them all. When I return victorious, I will thank you all for your support!"

"Damn..."

"Damn it..."

"Despicable..."

The people felt uncomfortable as if they had eaten flies!

"Hehe, of course... We will deliver them on time this afternoon!"

The people said with stiff expressions. Regardless, they had to take this bet!

"Then I will take my leave. Lord, would you like to accompany me?" Qin Tianjiao invited Lord Changping.

"In that case, I won't be polite." Lord Changping said.

The two walked out of the hall together...

And in the Qin Family's tomb, no one would have expected that one of the coffins was already empty...

The person inside had long disappeared...